Throw Together Bbq Sauce
Whip up a batch of homemade flavor in minutes with this quick and easy "Throw Together BBQ Sauce" recipe! Perfect for beginners or seasoned cooks alike, this versatile sauce comes together in just 15 minutes using pantry staples like ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. A dash of smoked paprika and a touch of optional hot sauce add smoky heat, while garlic and onion powder ensure a well-rounded, savory bite. Simmered briefly to let the bold flavors blend, this customizable barbecue sauce is ideal for slathering on ribs, brushing over grilled chicken, or serving as a dipping sauce. With no preservatives and the ability to tweak sweetness, tanginess, or spice level, this DIY BBQ sauce is destined to become your go-to for summer cookouts and weeknight meals alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar over medium heat. Stir until smooth.
Add the Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and hot sauce (if using). Mix well.
Pour in the water and stir to achieve your desired consistency. Adjust by adding more water, one tablespoon at a time, if needed.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
Simmer for 8–10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. For a sweeter sauce, add a small pinch of brown sugar; for more tang, add a splash of vinegar.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1322 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 283 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
